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SB 790: Postsecondary education: interstate reciprocity agreements for distance education: out-of-state postsecondary educational institutions.
What SB 790 does, verified December 6, 2025
the bill aims to allow out-of-state postsecondary educational institutions to offer distance education to students in california without having to meet the state's requirements. it would enable the governor to enter into interstate reciprocity agreements with other states to facilitate this process. to participate, institutions must apply to a designated state agency for approval. accredited and degree-granting institutions would be subject to california's regulatory oversight unless they are approved under the agreement.
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Last action: August 29 hearing: Held in committee and under submission. (2025-08-29)Alert me
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| Aug. 29, 2025 | August 29 hearing: Held in committee and under submission. |
| Aug. 20, 2025 | August 20 set for first hearing. Placed on APPR. suspense file. |
| Aug. 20, 2025 | August 20 set for first hearing. Placed on suspense file. |
| Jul. 09, 2025 | Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on APPR. |
| Jul. 08, 2025 | From committee: Do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 17. Noes 0.) (July 8). |